Sr. Systems Engineer (Information Assurance)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Camden, NJ is seeking a Sr. Information Assurance Systems Engineer to design, develop, and certify secure National Security systems. The role emphasizes systems engineering with deep cryptography expertise and NSA-aligned information assurance practices.

The position requires a DoD SECRET clearance, 6+ years of engineering experience, and MBSE proficiency. On-site work with up-to 10% travel, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance (DoD SECRET minimum).
• 6+ years of Systems Engineering experience, including work on Information Assurance systems/products.
• 4+ years applying the full Systems Engineering lifecycle from concept development through system test.
• At least 3 years of Architecture Development, including functional analysis, requirements allocation and traceability, trade studies, system synthesis, and integration/verification testing.
• 2+ years of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience.
• At least 2 years of experience with Information Assurance, security, and cryptography.
• 1+ years of experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), including TLS and certificate/key management.

Responsibilities

• Apply security and cryptography expertise throughout the Systems Engineering process to develop and successfully certify National Security systems on time, within the allotted budget, and with low residual risk.
• Within the Security engineering context, primary responsibilities include Concept of Operations development; Requirements decomposition/synthesis; Architecture Development and analysis; Security test planning and execution.
• Act as a single Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography.
• Work with others to coordinate efforts, influence and resolve cross-team issues and effectively communicate changes.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.

Skills

Security & cryptography expertise

CoO development

Architecture development

MBSE

PKI/TLS certs

Systems engineering

Security testing

National Security knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr. Member Engineering Staff - (Sr. Systems Engineer - Information Assurance)

Job Code: 44817

Job Location: Camden, New Jersey (On‑Site)

Schedule: 9/80 Regular (9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off)

L3Harris Technologies – Integrated Systems & Encryption team is a recognized global leader in the design, development and production of secure communication systems and products supporting mission‑critical space, ground, air and naval operations. IC5S is where employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business and the world around us while thriving in an environment that continually fosters growth and career development. We are committed to providing best‑in‑class solutions to our customers with the highest level of integrity, excellence and uncompromised quality in everything we do.

Job Description:

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is first and foremost a Systems Engineer who is also a subject matter expert in the development of systems and equipment that protect classified National Security information. The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is an ideal position for those with either Systems Engineering academic or industry experience in the design, development, and test of Information Assurance solutions for Defense and Intelligence community customers.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for applying security and cryptography expertise throughout the Systems Engineering process to develop and successfully certify National Security systems on time, within the allotted budget, and with low residual risk.
• Within the Security engineering context, primary responsibilities include Concept of Operations development; Requirements decomposition/synthesis; Architecture Development and analysis; Security test planning and execution.
• Act as a single Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography.
• Work with others to coordinate efforts, influence and resolve cross-team issues and effectively communicate changes.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance (DoD SECRET minimum).
• 6+ years of Systems Engineering experience, including work on Information Assurance systems/products.
• 4+ years applying the full Systems Engineering lifecycle from concept development through system test.
• At least 3 years of experience in Architecture Development, including functional analysis, requirements allocation and traceability, trade studies, system synthesis, and integration/verification testing.
• 2+ years of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience.
• At least 2 years of experience with Information Assurance, security, and cryptography.
• 1+ years of experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), including TLS and certificate/key management.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in developing NSA Approved products is highly desirable.
• Master's degree is highly desired.
• Understanding of Key Management Systems including: - Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) - Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) - Their impact on the design of End Cryptographic Units (ECUs).
• Proven track record of success and experience in the architecture, design, analysis, integration, and test of NSA Approved Type 1 certified systems or equipment.
• Security architecture development skills, specifically the ability to make complex design trade-offs affecting system security.
• Experience negotiating security requirements with NSA Technical Evaluators.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $118,306 - $224,575. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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